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Macintosh is a trademark of Apple Inc., rcgislcl'ed in tile U.S. and other countries. [] Operate the TV only on 120 V AC. [] Use the AC power cord specilied by Sony HDMI, the HDMI logo and Higll-Definition Multimedia Interlace are n'ademarks or...
Remote Control ..........Index ..............Inserting Batteries into the Remote Control ............Button Descriptions ........Programming the Remote Control ....25 Operating Sony Brand Video Equipment ..........Quick Setup Guide (separate volume) Customer Support Provides a variety of optional equipment http://www.sony.com/tvs...
Important 12) Use onl? bracket, or tabJe specified manufacturer, or sold with the Safety apparatus. When a cart is used. use caution when moving the can Instructions appa] atus combination to avoid injury from tip-over. 13) Unplug this apparatus during Read these instructions lightning storms or when unused...
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Installation Cleaning Clean me real" cover area of the TV regulany, Dust in tile l_ar cover If direct sunlight or other strong illulnination shines on the Scl_el:. area may cause a problem with tile cooling sysleln of the TV pal_ _ gthe screen appear white due to reflections h'om oenmd...
Thank you for purchasing this Sony BRAVIA high-definition television. The quality of the image you see on your BRAVIA TV is only as good as the quality of the signal it receives. To experience the stunning detail of your new BRAVIA TV, you need access to HD programming.
TV Home Menu: XMBTM(XrossMediaBar) The XMBTM is a menu of BRAVIA features and input sources displayed on the TV screen. The XMBTM iS an easy way to select programming and adjust settings on your BRAVIA TV. Press the HOME button on your remote control to access the XMBTM. Media Category Category Object Bar...
TV or its stand may safety hook cause it to fall and may damage the TV. Sony strongly recommends using the TV stand SU-RGI3M with a support metal safety hook designed for your TV. • When using the SU-RG 13M stand t\_r your TV, you...
TV. it may take a while (one minute or less) before the picture appears. When the projection lamp wears out, the screen goes dark. Replace the lamp with a new Sony XL-2500 replacement lamp (not supplied). After lamp is replaced, please set the Lamp Replacement...
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VIDEO IN 1 Connects to the S VIDEO output jack of your VCR or other video equipment that has S VIDEO S VIDEO. The S VIDEO provides better picture quality than composite video. VIDEO IN 1/3 Connects to the composite video and audio output jacks on your A/V equipment such as VIDEO/ a VCR or other video equipment.
COMPONENT IN 2 Connects to your equipment's component video (YPI_PR) and audio (L/R) jacks. (1080i/720p/ Component video provides better picture quality than the composite video connections. 480p/480i)/YPBPR (See Video/Component 2 Priority on page 41.) • When connecting to component video (YPBPIO, be sure to make tile additional connection tUr the audio signal.
3. Connecting the TV You can also enjoy high-definition programming by subscribing to a high-definition cable service or a high-definition satellite service. For the best possible picture, make sure you connect this You can enjoy high-definition and standard- equipment to your TV via the HDMI or definition digital programming...
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Shown with DVI Connection Rear of TV CATV/SateNite antenna cable AUDIO-R HD cable box/HD satellite box (red) AUDIO-L (white) DVl-to-HDMI cable _ Audio cable _ If the equipment has a DVI jack and not an HDMI jack, connect the DVI jack to the HDM] IN 2 (with DVI-to-HDMI cable or adapter) .lack and connect the audio jack to the AUDIO...
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Use the TV as a monitor for your PC. To audio output jack DVI-to-HDMI cable PC Input Signal Reference Chart After connecting the PC to the TV, set the output signal from the PC according to the chart below. Resolution Horizontal Vertical VESA standard...
Digital audio equipment (A/V Receiver/Home Theater) VH F/U H F/ CABLE Camcorder VCR -- Digital Analog audio Blu-ray Disc Digital Digital Audio recorder equipment Player/"PS3" player satellite cable box system Game system -- (A/V Receiver/ receiver Home Theater) • Refer to the Quick Setup Guide (supplied) when connecting...
Setting the HDMI Control In order for the HDMI Control function to operate, the TV and other Sony HDMI Control equipment must be setup. See page 41 on how to turn the HDMI Control On. For other equipment, refer to the operating...
4. Setting Up the Channel List • If you accidentally turn offthe TV during the Initial - Initial Setup Setup Setup process, the Initial will restart from the beginning when the TV is turned back on. The Initial Setup screen appears when you turn Program •...
TV Control and Indicators Buttons located at the right side of the TV will operate the same as these buttons on the remote control. Speaker Outputs the audio signal. TIMER LED Lights up in orange when the timer is set. When the timer is set, this LED will remain even if the TV is turned off.
Remote Control Insert two size AA batteries (supplied) by matching O and • the batteries to the diagram inside the battery colnpartment of the remote control. • To avoid possible damage from battery leakage, remove the batteries if you anticipate the remote control will not be...
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DMe x Press to access features in the optional BRAVIA external module (e.g. DMX-NV1 ). See your dealer or www.sony.com/bravia for mote information. The module may not be available in your region. SOUND Press to cycle through different sound settings:...
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BD/DVD/ When FUNCTION is switched on BD (Blu-ray Disc), DVD or STB, these buttons operate the video equipment you have Operating programmed into the remote control. For details, see "Using Buttons Other Equipment with Your Remote Control" on page 27. PREV: Press to replay the current program...
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WIDE Press repeatedly to step through the Wide Mode settings: Wide Zoom, Normal, Full, Zoom. The Wide Mode Screen settings can be also accessed in the settings (see page 35). When selecting Wide Mode for images from external equipment, see page 35. Changing the Wide Screen Mode (For...
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Picture See page 32 Sound See page 34 Speakers See page 37 Add to Favorites/ See page 21 Remove from Favorites See page 37 Alternate Audio See page 37 Digital Rating See page 39 Screen See page 35 HOME Press to display the TV Home Menu/XMBsM (XrossMediaBar) to access the TV Home Menu items such...
The remote control is preset as below so that you may not need to program the remote control. 101 (Sony Blu-ray Disc Player) 751 (Sony DVD Player) 801 (Sony Satellite Receiver) Follow the steps below to program your TV's remote control.
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DVD AV System RCA/PROSCAN 304, 305, 308, 309, 3 0 3 ,3 2, _l_ Ihough you enter Ihe code for Aiwa, enter the code lor Sony inslead. Sony (DAV) 60 , 602, 60:L 604 Realistic 309, 324, 328, 330, 335,338...
VCR* Using Other Equipment with Your Remote Control Make sure that the equipment is programmed on Activate tile remote control to operale STB (FUNCTION) lhe VCR the remote control (page 25). Turn on/off POWER Press INPUT repeatedly until you find your INPUT INPUT SELECT...
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Specily tile next chapter/track Menu on/ofl HOME RETURN Return to tile previous display HDD/DVD Combo Unit 5.1ch DVD AV System (Sony DAV) Activate tile remole conlrol 1o operale DVD (FUNCTION) tile DVD/H DD Activate tile relnote COlmol to operate DVD (FUNCTION)
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AV Receiver* Activate tile remote control to operate STB (FUNCTION) the AV Receiver Turn on/ofl POWER Master volume VOL +/- MUTING Select other input connected to AV receiver DVR* DVD (FUNCTION) Activate tile remote control to opelale tile DVR Turn on/off POWER Play...
Tile HOME button allows you to access tile TV Home Menu on tile XMB'rM (XrossMediaBar) as well as a variety of TV features. Media Category Icons Customize the TV settings with various options. Settings Explanations of different Settings start fiom page 32, •...
Navigating through TV Home Menu on XMBTM Press HOME to display the XMB'rM. Press _,/* to select a Media Category icon. Available TV Available Select inputs from settings and channels are Video1 features are listed under Video/Component listed under theTV icon. Video 3 the Settings Component...
TV Settings Descriptions Contact Sony Sony contact information is available from this screen for your convenience. Your TV's specific int_rmation such as Model Name, Serial Number, Software Version downloadable ratings if available from the TV are displayed here. Signal Diagnostics...
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Advanced Iris By selecting the iris option, you can obtain the best brightness and contrast suited for your TV viewing. Auto 1, 2 Automatically detects the brightness of the screen. These options best suited for programs such as movies that often change between bright scenes and low light setting scenes.
DRC Palette Allows you to customize the level of detail (Reality) and smoothness (Clarity). Press tile arrow buttons to highlight DRC Palette then press @. The DRC Palette appears. Press the arrow buttons to adjust the position of the marker (Q).
Surround S-FORCE Front Provides a virtual surround sound experience made possible using just Surround two front speakers. Select for normal stereo or mono reception. Sound Booster Booster The Sound provides a hdler sound with a greater sense of depth and width, by emphasizing the High and Low frequency sounds.
Display Area Normal Displays the picture in its original size. -11-2 Enlarges the picture to hide the edge of the picture. Screen Position Adjust the Vertical positioning by pressing the 11411, buttons. Press the 14, buttons adjust the Horizontal positioning. •...
Stereo For stereo reception when viewing a TV program broadcast in stereo. Et_jo 3 stereo, biliugtml Auto SAP Automatically switches the TV to second studio programs when a and round programs SAP signal is received. If no SAP signal is present, the TV remains Stereo mode.
Add Digital Channels Select to add digital channels. Be sure to have the Cable option selected appropriately t\_r the signal source. Show/Hide Channels Allows you to show or hide channels when you surf with the CH +/- button or in the TV channel list on the XMBI_.
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Password Use 0-9 button on the remote control to enter a four-digit password. The first time the password is created, you must re-enter it again to confirm the password. "Password Set" message will appear on the screen upon confirmation. Change Password: the Parental Lock setting with the...
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Custom Rating System Chart For Country selection of U.S.A.: Movie Rating All children and general audience Parental guidance suggested PG-13 Parental guidance for children under 13 Restricted viewing, parental guidance is suggested for ages under 17 NC-17 and X No one 17 and under allowed TV Rating Age-Based Ratings TV-Y...
• You will need to connect the audio cable in addition to connecting the component cables. HDMI inputs of this TV will recognize and communicate with other Sony equipment equipped with HDMI Control. HDMI Control On/Off feature allows yonr TV to communicate...
Language English, Espafiol Franqais Select the language of your choice from to be used for displaying all the on screen settings. Info Banner Displays the program name and the program information such as program title and program rating (if available from the broadcaster) when option is set to On.
Do not touch the glass portion of the new WARNING lamp. Electric appliances can cause fire or high temperature, resulting in injury or death. Be sure to follow the instructions below. Use a Sony XL-2500 replacement lamp (not supplied) for replacement. Use of any other lamp may damage the TV.
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Remove the lamp dool: Holding the door knob, press the door lever • If the lamp is not securely reattached, the self- toward the door knob in the direction diagnostic function may be triggered and the POWER anow is pointing. Then, pull the lamp door LED blinks six times (see page 19).
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TV. • Consult your Sony dealer for a Sony XL-2500 replacement lamp. • Take great care when replacing the lamp or plugging in/unplugging the connecting cords.
If you have questions, service needs, or require http://www.sony.com/t vsupport technical assistance related to the use of your 1-800-222-SONY(7669) for US Support Sony TV. please visit our website or call one of 1-877-899-SONY(7669) for Canadian Support the following numbers: No picture Cannot receive any channels •...
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iiii_ii_i_i_N_:_i___i_:i!_!_i ¸iii_:_ii_l_jli_;_i:i ¸I_ ¸!_!_!_!_!_!_!_!_!_!_!_!_!_!_!_!_!_!_!_!_!_!_!_!_iii!i!i:_i No sound/Noisy sound Good picture, no sound • Check the volmne coutroh • Press MUTING or VOI + so that "Muting" disappears from the screen (see page 22). Speakers Options • Set Speakers to TV in the Audio settings (see page 37).
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TV may need servicing. Call your local Sony Service Center. hnage left on the screen • Tnrn off the TV for a while or let the TV run on another channel. Unlike plasma...
Specifications _R_b_ _E____ _;_E_:::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::: ¸ System Panel 0.74 inch TFT panel (1920 x 1080 pixels) All tile video inputs are converted to lit this panel resolution. Projection system 3 LCD Panels, 1 lens projection syslelll Projeclion Lens High Perl_nlnance, large diameter hybrid lens F2.4 Lamp...
Color Temperature TV Auto Power On 41 COMPONENT IN .jack / 1080i/720p/ 481)p/480i), described 11, 12 TV POWER button 22 Movie Rating 40 Contact Sony 32 TV Rating 40 MTS 37 Cooling Mode MUTING button 22 Country 39 Current Time 32 U.S.A.
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United States Canada 1-800-222-SONY (7669) 1-877-899-SONY (7669) Sony will work to resolve your questions more quickly than your retailer or place of purchase. Please Do Not Return the Product to the Store 3210793111 http:i/www.sony.ned...